La Tinèra

La Tinèra, nestled on a charming side street in Lugano, Switzerland, is a hidden gem that captures the essence of local cuisine with a warm, rustic atmosphere. Specializing in comforting dishes like Ticinese mixed cold cuts and hearty risottos, this cozy restaurant is a favorite among families and tourists alike. Its inviting ambiance and attentive service create a delightful dining experience, emphasizing both traditional flavors and seasonal ingredients. From late-night small plates to delightful desserts, La Tinèra offers a unique culinary journey that resonates with both locals and visitors, making each meal memorable in its intimate setting.

Accessibility
- No wheelchair-accessible car park
- No wheelchair-accessible entrance
- No wheelchair-accessible seating
Service options
- Serves dine-in
- No delivery
Popular for
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Good for solo dining
Offerings
- Serves alcohol
- Serves beer
- Serves coffee
- Serves late-night food
- Serves small plates
- Serves spirits
- Serves vegetarian dishes
- Serves wine
Dining options
- Serves lunch
- Serves dinner
- Serves dessert
- Has seating
Amenities
- Has toilet
- Has Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Historic
- Quiet
Crowd
- Family friendly
- Good for groups
- Popular with tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Accepts credit cards
- Accepts debit cards
- Accepts NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- Has kids' menu
Parking
- Difficult to find a space
Pets
- Dogs allowed

dipayan sen

Mar 23,2025

Had dinner here last night with my family. Although the restaurant is tucked away in a small side street, it was well worth a visit. What a hidden gem it turned out to be. Loved the informal, homely yet rustic ambiance. Loved that the ...

S Rishi

Mar 8,2025

Ive been here each time I visit Lugano great for local specialities, extremely fast service and unbelievably good value by Swiss and city centre standards. It was quieter in the summer in winter a reservation is definitely needed. Very attentive and friendly service too.

Magdalena

Feb 21,2025

This restaurant is really worth a visit! The hidden cellar in the downtown area delivers a great atmosphere and made us feel comfy right away. The food was excellent, very flavourful, tender meat and fish as well as good portions. Delicious ...

Shawn Gillis

Feb 5,2025

This is exactly the kind of place that they refer to when they say step away from the crowded square with the tourist trap restaurants. Literally a 20 second walk out of the square, if you look hard, you will find this very quaint hidden, ...

Nicole Lee

Feb 4,2025

Just dropped by for a quick lunch with friend , the atmosphere wasnt great at the start as we arrived a little early, it was a little old schools and was really quiet. ...

Nadia Cannizzaro

Jan 11,2025

We had an incredible dinner at La Tinera. Im very happy that I could find vegan options as the pasta doesnt have egg so I ordered a Penne alla arrabbiata. Very abundant, tasty and served fast. ...

Jerry Jobe

Dec 25,2024

My girlfriend and I visited this amazing local restaurant last month, while traveling through Italy and Switzerland. The locals suggested it for great reasons... the food, the service, and the ambience! Perfecto! We are still talking about it to our friends.

Christoph Biehl

Dec 12,2024

It is a very nice place in the middle of tourist madness. We had polenta with pocini and spaghetti ragu and we very much enjoyed the dishes. The tiramisu was a very nice finishing touch also the house red was very nice. Very happy that we stumbled across La Tinera!